Digital Democracy

California’s lawmakers love to talk, but these eight barely say a word

In conclusion This year, California politicians have averaged over six hours of speech. Comparatively few others have spoken. If you remain silent, how effective ...

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California grocery prices could rise if this self-checkout bill passes, grocers argue

In conclusion In California, labor unions are attempting once more to control self-checkout lanes. Businesses say that this year’s bill will raise expenses and ...

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California may soon ban selling new Glocks like the one Kamala Harris owns

In conclusion Just now, Governor Gavin Newsom received his first firearm. Selling brand-new Glocks like Kamala Harris’s would be prohibited by a measure that ...

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To fight cancer-causing “Erin Brockovich” toxin, California may give water districts legal cover

In summary Water bills are climbing as utilities clean up a chemical made infamous in “Erin Brockovich.” Should lawmakers give them cover from lawsuits ...

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We’re 10 years old today. Check out a decade of compelling CalMatters visual journalism

In summary CalMatters has been reporting essential information to Californians for a decade. Here are some of the most impressive photos and visuals our ...

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Sick of loud ads on Netflix? A proposed California law would turn down the volume

In summary After his staffer’s baby was woken up by a loud ad on a streaming service, a California senator took action to force ...

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